France visa requirements for Thais

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Thais visiting France

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a French Visa.


  • A Thailand passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs (35 mm x 45 mm) taken in grey background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Medical travel insurance with coverage of at least 30,000 Euros.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.

France Visa for Thais

Facts about France


France is a country rich in art and culture. The art and culture on display is the top pick for tourists who visit this country. The world-famous Eiffel tower attracts millions of visitors year-in-year-out. The country’s wide range of wine and cuisines can be best enjoyed on the various Mediterranean beaches available.
 
France is the most popular tourist destination in the world as the country receives over 85.7 million foreign tourists yearly.


Tourists should try to avoid traveling during french school holidays as hotel rooms are usually overbooked and traffic is unbearable.

Types of France Visa


Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 15 days 90 days
Business visa 15 days 90 days
Work visa 15 days more than 90 days
Student visa 15 days more than 90 days

General Requirements for France Visa


  • A Thailand passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs (35 mm x 45 mm) taken in grey background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Medical travel insurance with coverage of at least 30,000 Euros.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.

France Visa Fees


Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

60.00 (EUR)

Business visa

60.00 (EUR)

Work visa

60.00 (EUR)

Student visa

60.00 (EUR)

France Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Thailand


Location

Address

Bangkok

French Embassy in Bangkok, Thailand --- 35 Charoenkrung soi 36, Bangrak Bangkok 10500 Thailand

th.ambafrance.org

ambassade@ambafrance-th.org

(+66) 2 657 5100

Frequently Asked Questions


How long does France visa take to be processed?

Your French visa application will be processed within 15 working days.


Do I need to attend any interview?

You do not need to give an interview if you are applying for a short stay tourist visa.


What is type D visa for France?

France long-stay visas (Type D) are issued to foreigners who wish to enter and stay in French territory for more than three months and up to 1 year.


How much is France visa fee?

The France visa costs 60 Euros.